Episode 1
Episode 1
1h5.7 / 10
As Lark Rise and Candleford prepare for Christmas, a beguiling stranger arrives.
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Directed by Alan GrintGuest stars Sheridan Smith, Robert Pugh
TV series
Lark Rise to Candleford
2008TV-PG4 seasons8.4 / 10
Set in the small hamlet of Lark Rise and the wealthier neighbouring market town, Candleford, the series chronicles the daily lives of farm-workers, craftsmen and gentry at the end of the 19th Century. Lark Rise to Candleford is a love letter to a vanished corner of rural England and a heart-warming drama series teeming with wit, wisdom and romance.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
Lark Rise to Candleford is available to stream on Britbox, Britbox (Via Amazon Prime), Peacock, Peacock Premium, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, and Tubi in United States. You can also buy it from Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
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Synopsis
Set in the small hamlet of Lark Rise and the wealthier neighbouring market town, Candleford, the series chronicles the daily lives of farm-workers, craftsmen and gentry at the end of the 19th Century. Lark Rise to Candleford is a love letter to a vanished corner of rural England and a heart-warming drama series teeming with wit, wisdom and romance.
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Episode 2
Episode 2
1h9.0 / 10
James Dowland arrives in town, aiming to put Candleford on the map with his new hotel.
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Directed by Alan Grint
Episode 3
Episode 3
1h8.0 / 10
Dorcas Lane sets out to defeat the dashing James Dowland in the parish council elections.
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Directed by Alan GrintGuest stars Lorraine Ashbourne
Episode 4
Episode 4
1h9.0 / 10
The death of Miss Ellison's father unites the communities of Lark Rise and Candleford.
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Directed by Maurice PhillipsGuest stars Oliver Dimsdale
Episode 5
Episode 5
1h9.0 / 10
Baby Annie Timmins stirs up emotions of days gone by and loves yet to be found.
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Episode 6
Episode 6
1h9.0 / 10
Everybody rallies around to show support for Laura's new role in the post office.
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Directed by Moira Armstrong
Episode 7
Episode 7
1h9.0 / 10
A clock inauguration brings much anticipation, but sadness looms for the Timmins family.
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Directed by Susan Tully
Episode 8
Episode 8
1h6.0 / 10
The hot summer brings a surprise visitor to Candleford, but Dorcas' mind is elsewhere.
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Guest stars Samantha Bond, Paul Freeman
Episode 9
Episode 9
1h9.0 / 10
Young love brings together the feuding communities of Lark Rise and Fordlow.
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Directed by David TuckerGuest stars Rebecca Night
Episode 10
Episode 10
1h9.0 / 10
Patterson's wife is struck with illness, and gives him permission to seek a new wife.
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Directed by Patrick LauGuest stars Michelle Fairley, Jason Watkins, Rebecca Night
Episode 11
Episode 11
1h9.0 / 10
A storm reveals a secret romance, but also makes the address on a letter indecipherable.
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Guest stars Rebecca Night
Episode 12
Episode 12
1h9.0 / 10finale
Dorcas welcomes a hospitalised James' son into the post office, causing turmoil.
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Directed by Moira ArmstrongGuest stars Rebecca Night
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
More about Lark Rise to Candleford
Cast
Olivia HallinanLaura Timmins
Julia SawalhaDorcas Lane
Ben MilesSir Timothy Midwinter
Claudie BlakleyEmma Timmins
Brendan CoyleRobert Timmins
Ruby BentallMinnie Mude
John DagleishAlf Arless
Mark HeapThomas BrownCredits
- Written by
- Rachel Bennette
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 40
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
BBC OneUnited Kingdom
BBCUnited Kingdom
Themes
19th centurycity country contrastcostume dramacountrysideenglandfamily businessinformativeperiod drama
